2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | i30 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
