2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tiburon and 2006 Hyundai Matrix 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tiburon 2006 Hyundai Matrix
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Tiburon Matrix
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2653 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 87 mm
Top Speed 220 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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