2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tiburon and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 727 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |