2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 6 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 105 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 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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 Veracruz (348 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Vamos | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |
