1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 258 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.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tiburon | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |