2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2009 BMW X5 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. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | X5 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |