2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunfire | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
