2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Elantra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
