2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
