2004 Honda City vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | City | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
