2000 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 213 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |