2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 472 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
