2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | X3 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |