2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
