1999 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1292 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Coupe | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Coupe | Escalade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2946 mm |