2002 Honda Life vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM3 is newer by 2 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 300 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, 2004 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2004 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2004 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | Life | SM3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |