2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
