2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1168 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Atos | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
