2004 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 54 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |