2000 Honda Life vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Life | HR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |