1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 620 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |