2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tiburon and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Tiburon | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.5 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 | 1280 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
