2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
