2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 8 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
