2004 Honda Life vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1996 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Life | J30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
