2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Atos | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |