2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
