2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Tiburon | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
