2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2004 Ariel Atom and 2004 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ariel | Honda |
Model | Atom | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |