2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 441 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
