2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2011 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tiburon | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |