2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 8 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 877 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Vamos 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Vamos Grandeur
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 343 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1837 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 75 L


 

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