2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 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 Civic (152 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
