1999 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Coupe | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
