1996 Honda Today vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2006 Hyundai Coupe has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Today | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |