2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 42 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.

Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Hyundai Dodge
Model Santa Fe CHARGER
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 353 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 83 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1813 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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