2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 520 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Atos 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Atos Passat
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2720 mm


 

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