2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Tiburon (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Tiburon | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
