2006 Ford GT vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | GT | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |