1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 503 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
Model | Tiburon | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |