2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,655 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
