2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 619 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Tiburon | MDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |