2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tiburon | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |