2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
