1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 58 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tiburon | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 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 | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |