1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
