2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc, 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 276 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (139 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Almera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1136 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
