2003 Honda Life vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 939 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 2004 Lincoln LS. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2004 Lincoln LS 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. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Life | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
