2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
