2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atos | RVR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
