2003 Honda Life vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2002 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2002 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | XG |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |