2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 429 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 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
