2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Vamos | Azera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
