2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
Make | Ariel | Toyota |
Model | Atom | Progress NC 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |