1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Lantra | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |