1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 694 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tiburon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| 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 | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
