2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 606 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 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Explorer 2001 Hyundai Coupe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Explorer Coupe
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4016 cc 2657 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 210 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1939 kg 1333 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 55 L


 

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