2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 768 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Touran | Atos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
