2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (198 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
