2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mazda 6 (240 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
