2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
