2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
