2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |