1998 Honda Life vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (315 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti FX (446 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Life | FX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 446 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |