2011 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 816 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
