2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.

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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model GT Tiburon
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 162 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 81.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 93.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm


 

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