2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |