2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Atos and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 240 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Atos | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Atos | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |