2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2028 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 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 108 L |
