2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 634 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
