1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1603 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Atos | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Atos | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |