2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 965 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Atos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
