2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
