2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1483 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |