2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tiburon and 2006 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 23 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |