2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,327 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 940 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Atos | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
