2002 Honda Life vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 548 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 2000 Saturn L. 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Life | L |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |