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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 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 2008 BMW X3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 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 | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |