2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Tiburon | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |