2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
