2003 Acura CL vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |