2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
