Hyundai Tiburon vs Mercury Cougar
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Mercury Cougar
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GS | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $17,270 | $16,520 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 15.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp (best) | 125 hp |
| Torque | 136 lb-ft (best) | 130 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 14.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,898 lbs | 2,892 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 99.6 in | 106.4 in (best) |
| Length | 173 in | 185 in (best) |
| Width | 69.3 in | 69.6 in (best) |
| Height | 52.4 in (best) | 52.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai TiburonGS | Mercury CougarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 Tiburon | Mercury Cougar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GS $17,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $16,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GS $18,370 MSRP | Base $17,020 MSRP |
| 3 | GT $20,170 MSRP | Sport $17,520 MSRP |
| 4 | GT $21,270 MSRP | Sport Premium $18,520 MSRP |
| 5 | SE $22,620 MSRP | Sport Ultimate $19,920 MSRP |
| 6 | GT Limited $22,770 MSRP | — |