2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Picasso (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |