2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 690 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |