2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tiburon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
