2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Raider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3340 mm |
