1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 790 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster 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 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Hyundai | Dacia |
Model | Tiburon | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 160 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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2673 mm |