2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Tiburon | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
