1998 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Am
When comparing the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon's and the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am's specifications and ratings, The 1998 Pontiac Grand Am has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon's and the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am is a better car than the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon’s base engine makes 140 horsepower, and the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am base engine makes 150 horsepower. The Tiburon is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Grand Am is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the 1998 Pontiac Grand Am the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1998 Hyundai Tiburon and 1998 Pontiac Grand Am are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Hyundai Tiburon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac Grand Am Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai Tiburon Rankings
Not yet available
Pontiac Grand Am Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Hyundai Tiburon Trim Levels
Base, FX
1998 Pontiac Grand Am Trim Levels
GT, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
133 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
155 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
280 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2566 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
51.7 inches
Length:
170.9 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2835 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
186.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available