2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Atos and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 355 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
