2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Tiburon | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1811 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |