2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Tiburon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
