An unexpected competitor, maybe?

Silverado · 11-08-2007, 03:08 PM

Competition for the V-6 models anyway.

http://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-new...d-ar46947.html

The V8 that they currently have in development/testing is only rated at about 300hp, so they can't really compete with the V8 Camaro model(s), but they could on the V6 models and maybe eventually work up to the V8's.

It isn't a bad looking car either....although it kind of looks like the front end of an Acura RSX and the the back end of an Mitsubishi Eclipse....

stovt001 · 11-08-2007, 03:10 PM

That's actually a 300hp V6. It could be competitive with the 350Z, and with V6 Mustangs and Camaros, but it won't touch the V8s. Whats up with the drooping line under the rear quarter window?

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-08-2007, 03:26 PM

This is one of the very few times I'm glad the 'stang is around. It looks sooooooo much better than that thing....

EllwynX · 11-08-2007, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

This is one of the very few times I'm glad the 'stang is around. It looks sooooooo much better than that thing....

I disagree. As I was looking at the pics of it next to the Mustang, I couldn't help thinking how much more I like the Hyundai.

The ONLY thing I wasn't thrilled about on the Hyundai was the front. It's ok, but I'd change it a little. Mostly the lower grille.

*CamaroSpike23* · 11-08-2007, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by EllwynX

The ONLY thing I wasn't thrilled about on the Hyundai was the front. It's ok, but I'd change it a little. Mostly the lower grille.

thats why id rather see the mustang in my rear view mirror all day than that thing.

t.dawgs · 11-08-2007, 06:46 PM

I am wondering if that is a tiburon replacement? The engines are small enough and the price is close. If this is the genesis coupe, they should throw in the v-8 they have for the sedan. I do like the current tiburon, not so girly looking anymore.

*DGthe3* · 11-08-2007, 07:03 PM

Its not a V8 camaro, thats for sure. But its a noble effort. It will compete with the V6 camaro though.

z28camaro2471 · 11-08-2007, 08:55 PM

IMO Hyundai = JUNK. I'd pay for and drive a RUSTANG before I drove this thing for free.

SilverTurtle · 11-08-2007, 09:15 PM

well, from the pics, it looks like the Hyundai is smaller and slightly shorter than the Mustang... so a 300hp V6 in a car that might be as much as 300-400lbs lighter than a Mustang (making the car approximately 3300-3400lbs) would be good competition for the current 300hp 4.6L Mustangs... and with a V8 option possibly in the $32k range, that might be a competitor for the Camaro, too... would be interesting to see an import in the Pony Car market, wouldn't it? proof that the world is truly becoming a global marketplace.

Elkyboy64 · 11-09-2007, 03:45 PM

I like the look of it. It does look similar to the Tiburon, could be the replacement or next gen. I'm not sure if they are killing off the Tiburon or not.

stovt001 · 11-09-2007, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SilverTurtle

well, from the pics, it looks like the Hyundai is smaller and slightly shorter than the Mustang... so a 300hp V6 in a car that might be as much as 300-400lbs lighter than a Mustang (making the car approximately 3300-3400lbs) would be good competition for the current 300hp 4.6L Mustangs... and with a V8 option possibly in the $32k range, that might be a competitor for the Camaro, too... would be interesting to see an import in the Pony Car market, wouldn't it? proof that the world is truly becoming a global marketplace.

What is the 350Z then? Chopped liver?

Pencil.Fight · 11-09-2007, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by stovt001

What is the 350Z then? Chopped liver?

It might as well be when the Camaro gets done with it!

SilverTurtle · 11-09-2007, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by stovt001

What is the 350Z then? Chopped liver?

not powerful enough to be considered a competitor... too heavy for the engine... if they offered a supercharged model, it would be perfect... but until they offer that option from the factory, its just another starter car for the tuner market.

but they are nice cars... but if I was going to get a Nissan, I'd get a G35 or the new G37

Jay · 11-09-2007, 07:29 PM

I mean cummon fella's.... who REALLY wants to buy a Hundyai? lol.

Nevertheless, not bad. But ill pass.

11-08-2007, 03:08 PM	#1
Silverado GM Guy For Life Drives: 2010 GMC Yukon XL Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 971 View My Garage	An unexpected competitor, maybe? Competition for the V-6 models anyway. http://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-new...d-ar46947.html The V8 that they currently have in development/testing is only rated at about 300hp, so they can't really compete with the V8 Camaro model(s), but they could on the V6 models and maybe eventually work up to the V8's. It isn't a bad looking car either....although it kind of looks like the front end of an Acura RSX and the the back end of an Mitsubishi Eclipse....

11-08-2007, 03:26 PM	#3
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	This is one of the very few times I'm glad the 'stang is around. It looks sooooooo much better than that thing.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

11-08-2007, 07:03 PM	#7
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	Its not a V8 camaro, thats for sure. But its a noble effort. It will compete with the V6 camaro though. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

11-08-2007, 09:15 PM	#9
SilverTurtle Reality Check Specialist Drives: '02 Z28, 2012 45th SS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: ATX Posts: 1,730	well, from the pics, it looks like the Hyundai is smaller and slightly shorter than the Mustang... so a 300hp V6 in a car that might be as much as 300-400lbs lighter than a Mustang (making the car approximately 3300-3400lbs) would be good competition for the current 300hp 4.6L Mustangs... and with a V8 option possibly in the $32k range, that might be a competitor for the Camaro, too... would be interesting to see an import in the Pony Car market, wouldn't it? proof that the world is truly becoming a global marketplace. __________________ got tequila?

11-09-2007, 07:29 PM	#14
Jay Drives: Audi A4 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Van City, Canada Posts: 429	I mean cummon fella's.... who REALLY wants to buy a Hundyai? lol. Nevertheless, not bad. But ill pass. __________________ "HEAVEN JUST COULDN'T HANDLE ALL THE NOISE" JAY

11-08-2007, 03:10 PM	#2
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,812	That's actually a 300hp V6. It could be competitive with the 350Z, and with V6 Mustangs and Camaros, but it won't touch the V8s. Whats up with the drooping line under the rear quarter window?

11-08-2007, 06:46 PM	#6
t.dawgs Drives: gsxr 600 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: southcoast,ma Posts: 15	I am wondering if that is a tiburon replacement? The engines are small enough and the price is close. If this is the genesis coupe, they should throw in the v-8 they have for the sedan. I do like the current tiburon, not so girly looking anymore.

11-08-2007, 08:55 PM	#8
z28camaro2471 C5 Member #227 Drives: Camaros Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NY Posts: 808	IMO Hyundai = JUNK. I'd pay for and drive a RUSTANG before I drove this thing for free.

11-09-2007, 03:45 PM	#10
Elkyboy64 AKA Bishop73 Drives: '70 Chevelle 454SS Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 91	I like the look of it. It does look similar to the Tiburon, could be the replacement or next gen. I'm not sure if they are killing off the Tiburon or not.

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