2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 901 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
