2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Atos and 2006 Scion xB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xB (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xB weights approximately 176 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.
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, 2006 Scion xB (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Atos | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
