2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Tacoma | Atos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |