1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 14 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 786 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 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Tiburon | Commander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |