2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
