2003 Honda Life vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 788 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |