1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
