2002 Honda Life vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 253 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 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |