2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |