2004 Fiat Idea 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 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Idea | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Idea | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |