2012 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | LS | Atos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 35 L |
