2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 586 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Vamos | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
