1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marea | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
