2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 352 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2499 mm |
