2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
