2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
