2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C8 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
