2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
