2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |