2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 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 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-250 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
