2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Atos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |