2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tiburon 1997 SsangYong Korando
Make Hyundai SsangYong
Model Tiburon Korando
Year Released 2006 1997
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2653 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1850 mm


 

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