2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio 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 133 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tiburon | Vivio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |