2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | Tiburon | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
