2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Tiburon | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
