2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1426 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Atos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
