2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1047 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-250 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
