1999 Honda Life vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
