2002 Honda Life vs. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
