1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 604 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
