1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 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 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Tiburon | BLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2792 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |