2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
