2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
