1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Dardo | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2804 mm |
