2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
