2002 Honda Life vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1410 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
