2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Tiburon and 2003 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Tiburon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |