2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
