2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Atos and 2005 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.

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 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Atos 2005 Volkswagen Fox
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Atos Fox
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1420 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5450 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 155 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 141 km/hour 161 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.8 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 50 L


 

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