2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |