2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tiburon 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Hyundai Dodge
Model Tiburon Grand Caravan
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 78 L


 

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