2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |