2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |