2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
