1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 630 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 1994 Porsche 993. 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 993 | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
