2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 284 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tiburon | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
