2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Viper | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |