2003 Honda Life vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 766 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 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Life | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |