2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Five Hundred | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
