1999 Honda Life vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 4 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 657 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru R2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Subaru R2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru R2 (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | R2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |