2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Because 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 2007 TVR Sagaris. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | TVR |
| Model | Tiburon | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
