1999 Acura SLX vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1999 Acura SLX has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura SLX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | SLX | Life |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2370 mm |
