2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Tiburon 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Hyundai Chevrolet
Model Tiburon Camaro
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 170 HP 304 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 370 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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