2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 727 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (408 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3940 mm |
