2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 52 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
Model | Santa Fe | Nitro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |