1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.

Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Tiburon 2010 Infiniti EX
Make Hyundai Infiniti
Model Tiburon EX
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 360 Nm
Top Speed 194 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2810 mm


 

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