2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Odyssey | Atos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |