2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 590 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 2003 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2003 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stratus | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |