1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
