2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Neon weights approximately 416 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 2002 Dodge Neon. 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Neon | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |