2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2012 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 852 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Equinox | Atos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 35 L |