2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |