1997 Honda Life vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1998 Kia Clarus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Clarus weights approximately 434 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Life | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
