1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 540 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Hyundai Tiburon 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Hyundai Dodge
Model Tiburon CHARGER
Year Released 1996 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 130 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1797 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 72 L