2002 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Vue weights approximately 648 kg more than 2011 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, 2002 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn Vue | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
| Model | Vue | Atos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
