2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 387 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
