1997 Honda Life vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1076 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Life | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
