2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
