2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Intrepid | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
