2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2009 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 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Viper | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |