2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Atos and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 898 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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 CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 CX-7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
