2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 865 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tiburon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
