2001 Ford EX vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | EX | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
