2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 345 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, 2008 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Tiburon | ZT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
