2004 Mazda Demio vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Demio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Demio | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| 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 | 101 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 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 |
