2002 Honda Life vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 882 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 2001 Lexus SC 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 2001 Lexus SC. 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Life | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
