1997 Honda Life vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 5 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 710 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 2002 Skoda Superb. 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | Superb |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
