2002 Honda Life vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Life | 928 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
