2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 928 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
