2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Tiburon and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
