2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tiburon | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
