2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.

Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac SRX 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Cadillac Hyundai
Model SRX Tiburon
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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