2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |