2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 7 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1555 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2007 Ford Territory 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. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ariel | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Territory |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
