2000 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
