2003 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 505 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 Ford Econovan. 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 Ford Econovan (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Econovan | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |