2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 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 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Atos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |