2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |