2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tiburon 2000 Hyundai Coupe
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Tiburon Coupe
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 83.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2480 mm


 

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