2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Acadia | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |