2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda

To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Tiburon and 2003 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 409 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Pagani Zonda.

Because 2003 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Tiburon 2003 Pagani Zonda
Make Hyundai Pagani
Model Tiburon Zonda
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1966 cc 7300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 547 HP
Torque 180 Nm 750 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4395 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2055 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1151 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm