2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 187 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 Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra 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 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Micra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 46 L |