2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
