2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tiburon | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
