2003 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 398 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.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |