2002 Honda Life vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 577 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Life | Patriot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |