2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 843 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 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
