1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 903 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 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
