2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 120 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
