2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-350 2001 Hyundai Atos
Make Ford Hyundai
Model E-350 Atos
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5409 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3100 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 822 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 35 L


 

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