1997 Honda Life vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 7 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra 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 2004 Kia Spectra. 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (161 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Life | Spectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 161 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |