2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 653 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (257 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
