2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1536 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ariel Atom | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ariel | Toyota |
Model | Atom | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |