2007 Acura RL vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 718 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 31 L |