2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram.
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 Ram (447 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2610 mm |
