2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 267 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.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
