Hyundai Tiburon vs. Pontiac Grand Am
When comparing the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Pontiac Grand Am's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai Tiburon has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Pontiac Grand Am has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Pontiac Grand Am's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Grand Am is a better car than the Hyundai Tiburon.
Hyundai Tiburon vs. Pontiac Grand Am Pricing
A used 2005 Hyundai Tiburon ranges from $1,995 to $7,894 while a used 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is priced between $1,115 to $8,791.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai Tiburon’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Pontiac Grand Am base engine makes 175 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 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. This gives the Hyundai Tiburon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Pontiac Grand Am. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Pontiac Grand Am has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Hyundai Tiburon has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1995 - 7894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1115 - 8791
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
Hyundai Tiburon Trim Levels
GS, GT V6, SE
Pontiac Grand Am Trim Levels
GT, GT1, SE Fleet
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
205 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 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):
21 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 378 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
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:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
14.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2940 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
52.4 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3091 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R16