1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Tiburon | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
