2002 Honda Acty vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Acty | i40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1534 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
