2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |