2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 820 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2005 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |