2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tiburon | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
