2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Tiburon 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Hyundai Plymouth
Model Tiburon Voyager
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 144 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 275 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1334 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2880 mm


 

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