2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 878 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Tucson | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |