2007 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | MDX | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
