1997 Honda Life vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 594 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 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Highlander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |