2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Dakota | Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |