2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportage | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
