2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Mobilio Tiburon
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2653 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 250 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1368 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2450 mm


 

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