2011 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
