2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |