2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |