2003 Honda Life vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 6 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 312 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 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Getz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |