2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2005 Mazda B2500 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. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
