2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 7 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 (245 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tiburon | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |