2008 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |