2008 Lexus GS vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 665 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.
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 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus GS | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | GS | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |