2001 Honda Life vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1664 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Life | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3645 mm |