2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 316 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 (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
