2002 Honda Life vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1063 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Life | Stavic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |