2002 Honda Life vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 320 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 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | RunX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |