2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |