2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |