2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tiburon | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
