2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 58 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
