2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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 48 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Tiburon | Forenza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |