2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |