2002 Honda Life vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 712 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |