2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Intrepid | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
