2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1398 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atos | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
