2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 496 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Quest | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
