2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 372 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Atos | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
