2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 929 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
