1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 63 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 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Tiburon | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |