2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |