2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa 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 12 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 460 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
