2002 Honda Life vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 150 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 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |