1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
