2002 Honda Life vs. 2003 Lexus RX
To start off, 2003 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus RX weights approximately 1005 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 2003 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Lexus RX (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2003 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Life | RX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |