2007 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Coupe | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Coupe | Stagea |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |