2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 452 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.
Because 2010 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | M5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 519 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |