2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Tiburon | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |