2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Stallion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
