2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tiburon | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
