1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiburon | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
