2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | SSR | Life |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
