2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
