2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 910 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
