2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 1994 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
