2004 Honda Life vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Trafic. 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | Trafic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |