1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 359 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
