2001 Acura RL vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 885 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |