2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2004 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2004 Volvo C70 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. 2004 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
