2002 Honda Life vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 691 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 5 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 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
