2005 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Atos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |