1997 Honda Life vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 2 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 870 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 1999 Lexus GS. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1999 Lexus GS 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. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Life | GS |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |