2005 Honda Life vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |