2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1379 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Atos | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 93 L |
