2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2010 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
