2005 Honda Life vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 340 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 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Quantum |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |