1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | T5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |