2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tiburon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
