2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tiburon | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |