2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tiburon and 2008 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tiburon | Matrix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |