1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 Honda Life were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1997 Honda Life.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Life |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |