2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tiburon | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |