2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.

Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Aspen 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Chrysler Hyundai
Model Aspen Tiburon
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 55 L


 

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