1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tiburon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
