2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
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2006 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Atos | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |