2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |