2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
