2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1178 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1834 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
