2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
