2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 96 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 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |