1998 Mini MK VII vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, both 1998 Mini MK VII and 1998 Honda Life were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mini MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mini MK VII. 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, 1998 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mini MK VII | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | MK VII | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6130 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
