1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | Life |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
