2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 413 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tucson | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
