1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 798 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 559 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
