2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 850 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
