2001 Honda Life vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 495 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 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
