2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
