2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 607.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607. 2001 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
