2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 632 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.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
