2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 101 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
