1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
