2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 458 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cavalier | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |