1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tiburon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3670 mm |
