2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Atos | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
