2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
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2006 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Atos | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |