2005 Honda Life vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1323 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 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3020 mm |
