1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 4 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 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tiburon | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
