2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
