2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 BMW X6

To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 11 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Coupe 2012 BMW X6
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Coupe X6
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 555 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 677 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 2415 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1983 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 85 L


 

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