1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
