2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea.
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 Hyundai Grandeur (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Grandeur | Albea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
