2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 695 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 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |