2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 471 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2370 mm |