2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Coupe and 2001 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 468 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Smart Roadster 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 2001 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Coupe | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |