1997 Honda Life vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 823 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 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2011 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Impala |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2807 mm |
