2005 Honda Life vs. 2004 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 931 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 Mazda MPV. 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 Mazda MPV (260 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 2004 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | MPV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
