2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 97 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
