2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Tiburon 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Tiburon Avensis
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Top Speed 220 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1640 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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