2003 Honda Life vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life 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 216 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 895 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 2006 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2006 Hyundai Azera 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. 2006 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Azera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |