2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
