2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
