2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 548 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
