2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Tiburon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
