2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tiburon | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
