2002 Honda Life vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 469 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 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Livina 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 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Livina 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 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Livina |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |