1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tiburon | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |