2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 7 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Atos | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3465 mm |
