2011 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Atos and 2011 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
