2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1280 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.
Because 2013 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Hyundai | GMC |
Model | Tiburon | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |