2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 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 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 105 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiburon | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
