2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 972 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2480 mm |
