1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 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 168 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 904 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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