2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Tiburon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
