2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
