1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 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 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Domino | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Domino | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |