2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
