2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 169 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
