2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2004 Ariel Atom and 2004 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1379 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ariel Atom 2004 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ariel Toyota
Model Atom 4Runner
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 383 Nm
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 460 kg 1839 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2610 mm


 

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