2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
