2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
