2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Tiburon | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |