2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tiburon and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
