2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
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 Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 512 kg more 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tiburon | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |