2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
