1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
