2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 705 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Atos | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |