2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 8 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 169 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
