1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 254 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2007 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tiburon | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |