1998 Honda Life vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 15 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1139 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.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Life | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3052 mm |