2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti QX56 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | QX56 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 58 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |