2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 433 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
