2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 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 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2012 Hyundai Atos
Make Ford Hyundai
Model F-250 Atos
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1086 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 798 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 35 L