2002 Honda Life vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
