2003 Infiniti M vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 957 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti M | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | M | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |