2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Tiburon | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
