2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (301 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
