2005 Rover 25 vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 25 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
