2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 574 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Atos | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |