2005 Honda Life vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Honda Life and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1110 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Life | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2874 cc |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1900 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |