1998 Honda Life vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 385 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Raider |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3340 mm |