2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
