2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
