2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1224 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2001 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ariel | Toyota |
Model | Atom | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3710 mm |