2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Atos | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |