1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 277 kg more 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (286 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
