2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Atos and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 584 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, 2005 Saturn L (258 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Atos | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
