2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 598 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Tacuma | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
