2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 3 and 2010 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 2010 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 3 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1363 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
