2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | DTS | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |