2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 783 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 2007 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Atos | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |