1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 9 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
