1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 420 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 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Tiburon | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |