1997 Honda Life vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, 2003 Scion xB 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Scion xB weights approximately 320 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 Scion xB. 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 Scion xB (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Life | xB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
