2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
