2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 729 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
