2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tiburon | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
