2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 403 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Tiburon 2010 Fiat Panda
Make Hyundai Fiat
Model Tiburon Panda
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2653 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 102 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 70.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 30 L


 

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