2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tucson | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
