2005 Honda Life vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2011 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2615 mm |
