2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 648 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
