2000 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |