2009 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Coupe | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
