2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 2004 Ariel Atom and 2004 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2004 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2004 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ariel | Holden |
Model | Atom | Statesman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |