2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 567 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
