2002 Honda Life vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 4 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, both vehicles can yield 93 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Life | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
