2002 Honda Life vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 390 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 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |