2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 327 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
