2011 Hyundai Atos vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Atos | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
