2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius.
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, 2009 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
