2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tiburon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
