2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2001 Ariel Atom and 2001 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Ariel | Chrysler |
| Model | Atom | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
