2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 496 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
