2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
