1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 12 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 |
