2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio.
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, 2000 Mazda Demio (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Demio | Atos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
