2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia 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 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
