2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Acadia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
