2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 382 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |