2005 Honda Element vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element. 2005 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |