2010 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
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2010 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Atos | Duster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |