2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
