2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | FR-V | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |