2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 270 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 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Atos | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
