2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tiburon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
