2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
