2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | HHR | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
