1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
