2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 709 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Atos | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |