2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | Boxter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |