1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 11 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 76 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
