2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Ram and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 413 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Ram | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |