2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Durango and 2001 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
