1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna.
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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
