2003 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2005 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Audi A6 2005 Hyundai Atos
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Atos
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2390 mm