2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | HR-V | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1317 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |