2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. Both 2006 Hyundai Tiburon and 2005 Peugeot 406 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
