1999 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 470 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 Sonata. 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 Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Sonata | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |