2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Atos and 2001 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 443 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2001 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Atos | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Atos | Elantra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |