1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 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 | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |