2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Trans Sport | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
