1997 Honda Life vs. 2001 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Satellite (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Hyundai Satellite (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2001 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |
