2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2005 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Tiburon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
