2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Blackhawk | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2540 mm |
