2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tiburon | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |