1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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.
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1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Tiburon | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 311 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |