2004 Honda Life vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1093 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Life | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3052 mm |
