2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. Both 2006 Kia Picanto and 2010 Hyundai Atos are equipped with a 1,086 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Picanto | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
