1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | APV | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
