2002 Honda Life vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 138 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2008 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2008 Kia Picanto 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. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Life | Picanto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |