2012 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 683 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 5 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 5 | Atos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 157 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1568 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |