2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 7 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Picanto weights approximately 50 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, 2012 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Atos | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
