2004 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 318 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
