Hyundai Accent vs Hyundai Tiburon
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Hyundai Tiburon
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | GS |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,645 (best) | $17,270 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 120 hp | 138 hp (best) |
| Torque | 113 lb-ft | 136 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 13.7 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 959 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,679 lbs (best) | 2,898 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.6 in (best) | 99.6 in |
| Length | 172.6 in | 173 in (best) |
| Width | 68.1 in | 69.3 in (best) |
| Height | 57.1 in (best) | 52.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai AccentSE | Hyundai TiburonGS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Hyundai Accent | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $16,645 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GS $17,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SEL $17,900 MSRP | GS $18,370 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $19,600 MSRP | GT $20,170 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $21,270 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SE $22,620 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GT Limited $22,770 MSRP |