2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 923 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 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Thunderbird | Atos |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |