2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Vamos | Marcia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 188 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |