2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
