2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ariel | GMC |
| Model | Atom | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
