2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 983 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
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2007 Hyundai Atos | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Atos | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |