2002 Honda Life vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 198 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
