2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 144 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiburon | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
