1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Forte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
