2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |