2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 168 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Lexus ES | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Tiburon | ES |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |