2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
