2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3270 mm |