2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
