1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
