2005 Honda Life vs. 2005 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2005 Honda Life and 2005 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Honda Life.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 2005 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
