2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix 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 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
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 (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
