1999 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 227 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Coupe | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
