2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 2 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
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2006 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Atos | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |