2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Charger | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |