2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
