2003 Honda Life vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta

To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Caserta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Caserta would be higher. At 1,995 cc, 2000 Toyota Caserta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Caserta (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Caserta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Caserta weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Caserta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Toyota Caserta (140 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Caserta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2000 Toyota Caserta has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Caserta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Life 2000 Toyota Caserta
Make Honda Toyota
Model Life Caserta
Year Released 2003 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 656 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 47 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 936 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2460 mm


 

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