1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
