2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
