2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 2002 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | Z3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |