1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 668 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 2007 Hyundai Atos
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Accord Atos
Year Released 1998 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1085 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 797 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 35 L


 

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