1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 528 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tiburon | Pregio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |