2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 75 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Tiburon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |