2003 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
