2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Santa Fe | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
