1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1990 kg |
