2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 453 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Avella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
