2002 Honda Life vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SC weights approximately 255 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 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Life | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |