2002 Honda Z vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Z | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Z | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |