2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 4 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 2011 Hyundai ix20 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. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
