2005 Mazda 5 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 5 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 5 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |