2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
