1995 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
