2006 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 582 kg more than 2012 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Previa | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Previa | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
