2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |