2001 Honda Life vs. 2002 Suzuki Covie

To start off, 2002 Suzuki Covie is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2002 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Covie (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Covie should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Covie.

Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Covie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Suzuki Covie (111 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2002 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2002 Suzuki Covie has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Covie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Life 2002 Suzuki Covie
Make Honda Suzuki
Model Life Covie
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1999 cc
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 47 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 111 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 2950 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 1530 mm


 

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