2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |