2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tiburon | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
