2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice 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 36 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tiburon | Joice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |