1998 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
