2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Durango | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Durango | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |