2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tiburon | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |