2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
