2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tiburon and 2006 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
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 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 2006 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Lexus ES | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Tiburon | ES |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |