2003 Honda Life vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 875 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 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |