2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C8 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |