2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Viper (712 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Viper | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |