1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 503 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2009 Dodge Journey 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. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
Model | Tiburon | Journey |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |