2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
