2005 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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 Hyundai Accent (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 935 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
