2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2585 mm |
