2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. 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 (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tiburon | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |