2001 Honda Life vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 697 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Superb. 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Life | Superb |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |