2008 Honda Element vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 320 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 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |