2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
