1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 289 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
