2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 438 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Atos | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
