2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Smart | Hyundai |
Model | ForTwo | Atos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 35 L |