2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Coupe Sentra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 175 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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