2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
