2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1355 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 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Atos | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
