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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) 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 452 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 (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1250 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
