2002 Honda Life vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
