2007 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1217 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 SsangYong Stavic | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | SsangYong | Honda |
Model | Stavic | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2007 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |