2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
