2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Tiburon | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |