2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | S-10 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |