2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |