2002 Honda Life vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 10 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), 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 487 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, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
