2005 Honda Life vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 364 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 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Life | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |