2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Buick Terraza | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Terraza | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |