2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos.

Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2012 Hyundai Atos
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Osee Atos
Year Released 2001 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5450 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1580 mm


 

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