2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
