1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tiburon | S4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
