2002 Honda Life vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 11 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 1031 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Life 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Honda Dodge
Model Life CHALLENGER
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 464 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 72 L


 

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