2003 Honda Life vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Opa weights approximately 440 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 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2001 Toyota Opa (202 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2001 Toyota Opa 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. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Opa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 202 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |