2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
