2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Optra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
