2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
