2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1418 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 2010 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Atos | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
