1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Telstar | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
