2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1159 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Town & Country | Atos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |