2012 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,400 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 925 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
