2006 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |