2005 Holden Rodeo 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 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 2005 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Rodeo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2540 mm |
