2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 527 kg more than 1998 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | HR-V | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |