2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 807 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | ML |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |